On Saturday, May 17, 2025, the Peralta Association of African American Affairs (PAAAA) proudly hosted its 17th Annual African/African American Graduation for the Peralta Community College District. The vibrant event, open to all, celebrated the rich tapestry of the African diaspora while honoring the remarkable achievements of graduates from Berkeley City College, College of Alameda, Laney College, and Merritt College.
Celebrating the African/African American Class of 2025
May 28, 2025 9:40:02 AM / by Mark Johnson -->
Meet Nani Perry from the Berkeley City College Umoja Community
May 19, 2025 12:29:22 PM / by Johnathan Freeman -->
Nani Perry shares her supportive experience from Umoja Community, which focuses on the African American Diaspora and others who are interested in the African American Diaspora. She states that Umoja provides students with college tours, conferences, and resources, and helps students choose their classes.
“You Scholars are the Rising Sun”: Honoring Students at the PAAAA Scholarship Reception
May 9, 2025 2:14:08 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
On Thursday, May 1, 2025, on a glorious spring day in Oakland, we kicked off “Smile Season” and the month-long celebration of student successes throughout the district. Following the tradition of Libations by Kimm Blackwell, Chancellor Dr. Tammeil Gilkerson warmly welcomed attendees to the Peralta Association of African American Affairs (PAAAA) Scholarship Awardee Reception, expressing her joy in celebrating the extraordinary student scholars. She began by acknowledging and thanking the PAAAA Scholarship Committee for their dedication in making the event possible.
Black Student Success Week is Here!
Apr 21, 2025 3:57:51 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
Welcome to Black Student Success Week, which is April 21-25, 2025. The state-wide theme this year is "Lift Up. Level Up. The Rise of Black-Serving Institutions." There are events happening all week both here at the colleges and online.
SB 1348 Establishing Black-Serving Institution Designation Signed into Law
Oct 30, 2024 1:32:07 PM / by Mark Johnson -->
PCCD African / African American Graduation
Jun 6, 2024 3:37:29 PM / by Johnathan Freeman -->
Saturday, May 18th was a beautiful day at the Evergreen Missionary Church in Oakland for the 16th AnnualAfrican and African American Graduation, this year with the theme “Stepping Into Our Future, Inspired By Our Past.”
Black Student Success Week Returns with The Black Hour and The Student Hour
Apr 22, 2024 9:19:48 AM / by Johnathan Freeman -->
Students are invited to attend a series of workshops focused on resources and support for Black and African American students.
The Peralta Community College District and the California Community Colleges system announce the return of Black Student Success Week, April 22-26, celebrating its fifth year! This year’s theme is Building a Better Future Together: the Urgency is Now.